For the love of subcultures

Your culture is not a monoculture. It never was, and it never will be.

And that’s a good thing.

Rather than trying to fight or homogenise subcultures, embrace and nurture them. Think of your culture like a thriving garden—full of diverse plants that flourish together, sharing common ground.

Subcultures are what bring your culture to life on the ground. They connect people through shared experiences, identities, and ways of working.

When leaders celebrate and align subcultures with the organisation’s purpose and values, they create stronger, more connected teams. Subcultures aren’t a weakness; they’re your culture’s strength in action.

So, the question isn’t whether you have subcultures—it’s whether you’re supporting them to contribute to something bigger.

For the love of subcultures, let them grow.